347 Financial Management jobs in South Africa

Financial Accountant – Investment Management

Ballito, KwaZulu Natal North Coast Labour Consultants CC

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Our client, a fast-paced Ballito-based company, is seeking to employ an experienced Accountant to support the financial function across multiple entities.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a solid foundation in accounting and strong attention to detail, who can manage day-to-day bookkeeping functions while supporting month-end reporting and compliance.

Based in Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal

The ideal candidate will have:

  • BCompt or equivalent diploma/degree in accounting or finance (or currently studying)
  • 2+ years’ experience as a junior bookkeeper or finance administrator
  • Pastel Accounting and SARS e-filing experience essential
  • Strong computer literacy, particularly Excel and Word
  • Able to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines
Key Responsibilities Include:
  • Day-to-day accounting and finance admin for multiple companies
  • Capturing of invoices, payments, and receipts on Pastel
  • Preparation of monthly bank reconciliations and VAT packs
  • Management of cashbooks and reconciliations across various accounts
  • Preparation of management accounts up to trial balance
  • Ensuring compliance with internal financial procedures
  • Providing audit support and documentation as requested
  • Preparing information for provisional tax submissions
  • Performing ad hoc tasks and reports as needed by the Finance Manager or CEO
  • Debtors and creditors reconciliations
Educational and other requirements:
  • BCompt degree/diploma or studying towards one
  • Proficiency in Pastel and Excel
  • Working knowledge of SARS processes and e-filing
  • Detail-focused, methodical, and able to manage multiple sets of books
  • Strong communication and organisational skills

If you are ready to elevate your accounting career, apply now.

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Director: financial management and reporting

Cape Town, Western Cape The South African National Biodiversity Institute

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Overview The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a highly motivated individual to develop, implement and maintain effective, efficient and transparent financial management systems within SANBI in conformity with the requirements of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 as amended and manage the financial function, uphold corporate governance, ensure adherence to Audit, Public Finance Management Act, Generally Recognised Accounting Practice and other regulatory requirements to ensure production of timely and valid financial information to various stakeholders. The successful candidate will be required to assist in the implementation of financial strategic objectives of SANBI. Qualifications and experience This position requires a postgraduate degree at NQF level 8 in Financial Management, Accounting Science or an equivalent and relevant financial qualification at NQF level 8. A relevant postgraduate degree at NQF level 9 or equivalent financial qualification will be an added advantage. This position also requires a minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience, 5 years of which should be in middle management level. Registration as a Chartered Accountant with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants will be a very strong recommendation. The successful candidate will be required to acquire a Senior Management Service Pre-entry Certificate offered by National School of Government, before assumption of duty. Competencies The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: Knowledge of relevant legislation especially Public Finance Management Act, National Treasury Regulations, Generally Recognised Accounting Practice; Production of financial statements according to General Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP), extensive experience in GRAP; Good strategic management and leadership skills; Good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal communication, financial report writing, stakeholder management); Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team, problem solving skills; Experience in project management; Advanced planning, organizing; people management skills; Experience in policy development; Ability to review and develop internal financial controls. Computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (MS Word, Power Point, Excel, internet and Outlook) is essential. The successful candidate must be in possession of a valid driver’s license and must be willing to travel nationally. Key Performance Responsibilities Compile financial statements and other financial reports. Manage financial systems and processes. Ensure compliance with General Accounting Practice (GRAP), applicable statute, and other governance processes to strengthen governance. Ensure effective management of financial risks. Manage human capital development, change and transformation. Manage and develop efficient processes and controls for donor funding Manage the audit process both statutory, internal and donor funding Oversee budgeting, overall compliance and engagement with respective entities and stakeholders Manage the day to day finance operations, including Revenue Collections and Sales, Budgeting and reporting, payroll,
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Financial Manager | Investment Management | Tyger Valley

Bellville, Western Cape The Recruitment Council

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An esteemed Financial Services company, renowned for its dedication to excellence, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Financial Manager to join its thriving team. The successful incumbent will be responsible for the financial management of the finance department. The individual is expected to work closely with the Accountants responsible for the accounting function and assist with any accounting issues as well as reviewing the monthly processing. We require the skills of a dynamic individual who has the willingness to learn and develop within a finance division.

Responsibilities:

  1. Review of reconciliations.
  2. Review of monthly accounting processing.
  3. Compiling management reports and analysis.
  4. Cashflow and investments management and approving of payments and collections.
  5. Assist with budgeting and forecasting.
  6. Ensuring all control accounts, balance sheets and income statements are reconciled on a monthly basis VAT and Income tax calculations and returns.
  7. Statutory and regulatory returns (FSCA, Prudential Authority, Reserve Bank, SARS, NAMFISA).
  8. Compilation of the annual financial statements in terms of IFRS.
  9. Assist Regional Managers with financial information.
  10. Liaising and assisting with internal and external auditors.
  11. Resolving reconciling and long outstanding items on balance sheet reconciliations.
  12. Systems, processes and internal control improvements.
  13. Assist with ad hoc queries until resolution.

Requirements:

  1. CA (SA) qualification.
  2. 2 years’ post articles experience (Financial Services / Short Term Insurance Industry advantageous).
  3. Strong technical skills, including sound IFRS knowledge.
  4. MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook.
  5. Experience in accounting packages such as Great Plains, SAP, Accpac advantageous.

Competencies:

  1. Communication / presentation skills.
  2. Interpersonal skills.
  3. Achievement / results driven.
  4. Team player.
  5. Strong time management skills.
  6. Numerical and analytical skills.
  7. Deadline orientated.
  8. Management skills.
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Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Financial Management and/or Taxation

Bellville, Western Cape R900000 - R1200000 Y University of the Western Cape

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Post Number

ITS: A590)

Faculty/Department

University of the Western Cape -> Economics & Management Sciences -> Accounting

Type of Position

Permanent - Full Time

Length of Contract Period

Location

Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

5/9/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) enjoys national and international acclaim for its continuing contribution to democratic change in South Africa and for making quality education accessible to all South Africans and developing centres of excellence of national importance. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and supportive Faculty dedicated to teaching, research and community engagement, as well as to overall student development. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and willing to make a significant contribution to the development of the Faculty.

The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that educates students across academic units including Accounting, Economics, Industrial Psychology (Human Resources Management), Information Systems, Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS), Institute for Social Development, Political Studies, Management and Finance Clusters, School of Government and the Academic Literacies Programme.

The Department of Accounting has accreditation with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA). The Department offers a three-year undergraduate degree and a one-year Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA) towards SAICA's Initial Assessment of Competence (IAC). The Department also offers an alternative three-year degree in Accounting, which is accredited by the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA).

The successful candidate for Senior Lecturer/Lecturer will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

  • Facilitating learning and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level, primarily in the area of Financial Management and/or Taxation
  • Provide academic leadership and administration at subject level
  • Undertake curriculum development and assessment
  • Engage in academic administration and leadership
  • Conduct research and publish
  • Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision
  • Participate in community engagement and outreach
  • Contribute to the co-ordination and management of the Department's teaching and research programmes.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements – Senior Lecturer:

  • CA (SA) qualification and a relevant Master's degree
  • Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning and teaching in Financial Management and/or Taxation or related Accounting courses
  • A record of publications, preferably in the field of Financial Management and/or Taxation (to provide full details of publications, if any, in CV)

Additional Advantages – Senior Lecturer:

  • A PhD in Financial Management or Taxation or related Accounting discipline
  • Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning and teaching on SAICA accredited Financial Management and/or Taxation or related courses
  • Recognized academic leadership (e.g. subject head, programme coordinator, module coordinator)
  • Extensive practical experience in the development of professional academic courses and programmes in Financial Management and/or Taxation or related courses (e.g. SAICA or an equivalent accreditation).

Minimum Requirements –Lecturer:

  • CA (SA) qualification
  • Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning and teaching in Financial Management and/or Taxation or related Accounting courses

Additional Advantages - Lecturer:

  • A Master's degree in Financial Management or Taxation or related Accounting discipline

Key Competencies:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
  • Proven ability to work as a senior member of a professional department within a Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
  • Presentation and facilitation skills
  • Student focused approach
  • Planning and organising skills
  • Computer literacy and e-learning skills
  • Technical professional knowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement as well as professional leadership.

N.B. Preference will be given to candidates who meet the requirements for the Senior Lecturer position.

For further information (but not applications), please contact Sonnette Smith at

In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.

DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University's commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.

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Financial Analyst | Management Accountant

Paarl, Western Cape Sagen Advisory

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Overview

Large, integrated and well-established group in the agriculture sector is looking to employ a Financial Analyst and Management Accountant. This role will have a strong focus on finance and data analysis. The group has interests across the country and this role will be situated in Paarl, Western Cape.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant tertiary degree with at least 2 years experience in a management accounting and financial analysis role. A professional qualification, especially a CIMA designation, would be highly valued, though other designations are also acceptable given the appropriate job and industry experience.

The purpose of the role is to collect and analyse financial data to determine the gross profits of food projects and product lines, while preparing budgets and cost reports for management with a focus on gross profit and stock control. This role involves identifying areas for cost optimisation, recommending strategies, and working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate cost allocation and the development of enhanced financial models.

This is an excellent opportunity for personal growth as well as growth within this fast expanding business.

Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Analysis :

  • Analyse key financial data to determine gross profits of various projects and product lines.
  • Identify gross profit losses, recommend turnaround strategies, and highlight focus areas to maximise profitability.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes for improved efficiency.

Data Collection & Management & Reporting :

  • Extract and manage data from multiple sources, including ERP systems and external databases.
  • Build and maintain comprehensive datasets for analysis using platforms such as Power BI and Mercur.
  • Develop and maintain dashboards and automated reports tracking KPIs, sales metrics, market forecasts, pricing trends, procurement, and operational data for real-time monitoring.
  • Improve reporting systems by reviewing current practices and implementing enhancements.

Budgeting and Forecasting :

  • Prepare budgets and cost reports with a strong focus on gross profit and stock control.
  • Identify opportunities for cost reduction and improved stock management.
  • Provide insights to support strategic financial planning and decision-making.

Costings :

  • Develop and implement cost-effective financial procedures and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Review new costings for accuracy and ensure product line profitability.

Process Optimisation :

  • Conduct research to support the development and enhancement of financial models.

Qualifications and Experience :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Financial Management, Agricultural Economics, or similar.
  • Professional qualification - CIMA (ACMA, CGMA) preferred but will consider other qualifications along with the relevant experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience.
  • Working knowledge in Power BI and Mercur would be highly advantageous.
  • Experience as a Management Accountant and Data Analytics in an agricultural, food production, manufacturing, or related environment.
  • Advanced MS Excel skills.

Key competencies :

  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Communicate in a professional manner.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Ability to function independently.
  • Innovative thinker.
  • Organisational skills.
  • Deadline driven.
  • Ability to build credible relationships with internal and external clients.

Remuneration :

  • R540,000 to R720,000 per annum cost to company, depending on experience.

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Financial Data Management Specialist

East London, Eastern Cape Abantu Staffing Solutions

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Job Title: Finance Data Manager

The purpose of this role is to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements as well as overseeing and providing guidance to junior staff members in the finance department.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Matric/ Grade 12
  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
  • Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in finance, accounting, or data management roles
  • Previous debtors/creditors management experience is beneficial with preferred exposure to the retail industry
  • Proficiency in financial software and systems, such as ERP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, Dynamic 365 ), Microsoft Excel, and database management tools

Responsibilities:

  • Data Management:
    • Maintain accurate financial records, including accounts receivable, payable, and general ledger entries
    • Ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions, including invoices, payments, and journal entries
    • Regularly reconcile financial data to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly
    • Develop and implement standardized processes for data entry, validation, and documentation
  • Master Data Maintenance:
    • Update and maintain master data records, including vendor and customer information, pricing structures, and payment terms
    • Conduct regular audits of master data files to ensure completeness, accuracy, and consistency
    • Collaborate with stakeholders to address any discrepancies or issues related to master data
  • Reporting and Analysis:
    • Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
    • Provide insights and recommendations to management based on financial analysis and performance metrics
  • Process Improvement:
    • Identify areas for process improvement and efficiency gains in financial data management
    • Implement best practices and procedures to enhance data quality, accuracy, and reliability
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement system enhancements or automation initiatives
  • Compliance and Risk Management:
    • Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
    • Proactively identify and mitigate risks related to financial data integrity and accuracy
    • Stay informed about changes in regulations and industry standards impacting financial reporting and data management
  • Staff Management:
    • Provide guidance and support to junior staff members in the finance department
    • Delegate tasks effectively, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards
    • Facilitate training and development opportunities to enhance the skills and knowledge of staff

Key Skills and Competencies:

  • Good understanding of financial principles and accounting practices
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and levels of the organization
  • Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Proven ability to manage and motivate a team
  • Excellent organisational skills
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Deputy Director: Financial Management – Ecosystem-based Disaster Risk Reduction Project

Pretoria, Gauteng South African National Biodiversity Institute

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SANBI offers an all-inclusive annual salary package of R

Reference Number: BRAM/2025/003

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is leading the implementation of a project entitled “Scaling up Ecosystem-based Approaches to managing climate-intensified disaster risks in vulnerable regions of South Africa” (the Eco-DRR project). The USD 40.1 million project is funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF), with cofinancing from SANBI, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) and the South African Local Government Association (SALGA), for a period of 8 years from 2025 to 2033. The goal of the project is to improve the resilience of communities that are vulnerable to climate change-exacerbated floods, droughts and wildfires through the implementation of Ecosystem-based Adaptation and Eco-Disaster Risk Reduction measures. SANBI is looking for a self-motivated individual to provide a project financial reporting and information service to the Eco-DRR project, and other foreign donor funded projects in the Biodiversity Science and Policy Advice Branch, in the execution of project administration and financial reporting and to enforce project compliance in accordance with the Project Management Policy for Externally-funded Projects, Eco-DRR project agreement, SANBI’s mandate, the Public Finance Management Act as well as SANBI’s accounting policies and procedures.

Address and manage all audit-related matters, including coordinating responses, providing necessary documentation, and ensuring compliance with audit requirements. This position requires a degree in Financial Management or equivalent qualification with NQF 7. A postgraduate qualification in Financial Management or equivalent qualification with NQF 8 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 8 years of work experience in the relevant field, 4 years of which should be in first-line management positions.

Key competencies and requirements include:

  • Extensive knowledge and understanding of Financial Management, Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, and Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP).
  • Extensive knowledge of project management techniques, tools, methodologies, and frameworks; proven ability to manage finances, budgets and funding for multiple projects from multiple funders.
  • Advance knowledge of financial management external to SANBI (budgeting for proposals, donor reporting, budgeting and reporting).
  • Comprehensive knowledge of public sector policies including Human Resources Management, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology Management; awareness of Corporate Governance policies, procedures and processes.
  • Strong organizational skills, problem solving, and ability to manage high pressure with multiple stakeholders across multiple projects.
  • Outstanding stakeholder engagement and relationships management; attention to detail in budgeting, financial management and reporting.
  • Systemic visualization of projects entailing programme planning and advanced planning and organizing.
  • Experience in monitoring and evaluation of multi-project portfolios; ability to work under pressure with diverse teams while ensuring quality, cost, compliance and safety.
  • Knowledge of legislation, policies, procedures and frameworks related to project management, donor funding and stakeholder management.
  • Excellent financial report writing and communication (verbal and written); strong computer literacy with MS Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook; experience with an accounting package (e.g., SAGE 300) is advantageous.
  • Valid driver's license with at least one year of practical driving experience and willingness to travel.
Key responsibilities
  • Provide effective financial management and financial risk management advice to the Eco-DRR and other project leaders.
  • Ensure effective financial administration of the Eco-DRR project.
  • Ensure accurate financial reporting of the Eco-DRR project and other projects.
  • Oversee and enforce financial management compliance in the Eco-DRR project and other projects.
  • Facilitate human capital development and transformation within the scope of Eco-DRR project.
  • Address and manage all audit-related matters, including coordinating responses, providing necessary documentation, and ensuring compliance with audit requirements.
  • Implement/develop controls for the overall funding governance in line with the finance division; and
  • Assist the finance division as and when required.
Application and notice

Please Note: 1) Only online applications will be accepted accompanied by a CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for this position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimum qualifications are met. 2) A skills test will be conducted as part of the selection process. 3) Applicants must provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and, if possible, e-mail addresses of at least three referees. 4) Failure to submit the requested information and reference number shall result in your application not being considered.

Personal information will be processed by SANBI for purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. SANBI may share your personal information with service providers or third parties to carry out verification of qualifications, background checks, and competency assessments. By applying, you acknowledge that SANBI’s authorized verification agents may access your personal information for these purposes. For more information, please refer to SANBI’s website.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with preference to candidates from designated groups as per SANBI’s Employment Equity Plan.

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Senior Manager: Financial Resource Management

Sandton, Gauteng R2000000 - R2500000 Y ABSA BANK LIMITED

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Empowering Africa's tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary

Provide strategic leadership in financial resource management by integrating capital, liquidity, and balance sheet insights into decision-making frameworks. Shape the cluster's return architecture by defining hurdle rates, challenging pricing methodologies, and ensuring strategic alignment with bank-wide capital efficiency goals. Drive optimisation through oversight of profitability, pricing performance, and resource consumption, translating financial strategy into actionable targets. Act as a key advisor to senior stakeholders, ensuring that product-level decisions reflect strategic value, risk appetite, and sustainable return delivery.

Job Description

Strategic Analytics & Resource Optimisation

    • Shape and influence capital and balance sheet strategies to support business growth and financial resilience.
  • Evaluate resource allocation proposals and contribute to enterprise-level prioritisation aligned with return objectives.
  • Use advanced analytics to identify portfolio tilts and strategic investment areas across customer segments and sectors.
  • Assess trade-offs between risk, return, and growth to inform high-impact business decisions.
  • Translate financial insights into actionable recommendations on resource deployment and performance improvement.

Financial management and Business Partnering

    • Collaborate with business unit or function heads to determine their performance reporting needs (both financial and non-financial) and agree on deliverables annually.
  • Guide the setting and translation of performance targets to business units and products.
  • Monitor return delivery and provide insights to optimise portfolio and pricing outcomes.
  • Support robust governance across financial resource decisions, pricing practices, and performance monitoring.
  • Ensure consistent application of frameworks that support disciplined financial management.
  • Provide thought leadership through financial insight and external benchmarking.
  • Partner with senior stakeholders across business, finance, risk and treasury to embed FRM principles into core decision-making.

Strategic Analytics and Resource Optimisation

People Management

    • Develop internal capability by recruiting and developing a capable team to ensure the necessary resources are in place to achieve business strategy and objectives.
  • Implement the people management strategy for the area, in collaboration with the HRBP for the business unit, focusing on talent management, development, resourcing, and retention.
  • Embed formal Performance Development and informal coaching within the team.
  • Motivate the team and implement measures to recognize and reward direct reports.
  • Inspire team members through coaching and mentoring, helping them to perform optimally in alignment with the vision and values, and create a sense of urgency and excitement around the business.

Education and Experience Required

    • Minimum B-degree (NQF level no.7) Desired Post Graduate Degree (NQF level no.8+), CA (SA) or CIMA or MBA or Actuarial Science or Engineering
  • 5+ years professional financial management experience
  • 5+ years Banking Experience at a management level
  • Preferred team lead in Finance Function teams or in professional environments
  • Experience in business transformation contexts related to exponential business growth
  • Experience in commercial innovation environments
  • Broad Finance including strategic, commercial, legal, risk and operational aspects
  • Ability to build, develop & lead professional level teams
  • Understanding of the financial services sector within a professional business environment
  • Knowledge of people change management

Knowledge & Skills:

    • Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Power BI, or Python)
  • Banking regulation (Expert)
  • Writing & reporting (Advanced)
  • Presentation skills (Advanced)
  • Understanding of systems used (Advanced)
  • Understanding of relevant legislation (Advanced)
  • Understanding of corporate controls and checks (Advanced)
  • Knowledge of business continuity and contingency (Advanced)
  • Computer literacy (Advanced)
  • Excellent organisational skills (Advanced)
  • Excellent communication skills (Advanced)
  • Relationship management and networking (Advanced)
  • Strong performance management and coaching skills (Advanced)
  • Ability to think creatively (Advanced)
  • Ability to react positively under pressure (Advanced)
  • Good understanding of the policies and strategies (Advanced)
  • Understanding of Banking operating structures (Advanced)
  • Change management (Advanced)

Competencies:

    • Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking
  • Deciding and initiating action
  • Adapting and responding to change Planning
  • Learning and researching
  • Analysing
  • Planning and organising
  • Relating and networking, Leading and supervising

Education

Postgraduate Degrees and Professional Qualifications: Financial Sciences (Required)

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised

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Senior Manager: Financial Resource Management

R1200000 - R2400000 Y Absa Group

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Empowering Africa's tomorrow, together…one story at a time.
With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary
Provide strategic leadership in financial resource management by integrating capital, liquidity, and balance sheet insights into decision-making frameworks. Shape the cluster's return architecture by defining hurdle rates, challenging pricing methodologies, and ensuring strategic alignment with bank-wide capital efficiency goals. Drive optimisation through oversight of profitability, pricing performance, and resource consumption, translating financial strategy into actionable targets. Act as a key advisor to senior stakeholders, ensuring that product-level decisions reflect strategic value, risk appetite, and sustainable return delivery.

Job Description
Strategic Analytics & Resource Optimisation

  • Shape and influence capital and balance sheet strategies to support business growth and financial resilience.
  • Evaluate resource allocation proposals and contribute to enterprise-level prioritisation aligned with return objectives.
  • Use advanced analytics to identify portfolio tilts and strategic investment areas across customer segments and sectors.
  • Assess trade-offs between risk, return, and growth to inform high-impact business decisions.
  • Translate financial insights into actionable recommendations on resource deployment and performance improvement.

Financial management and Business Partnering

  • Collaborate with business unit or function heads to determine their performance reporting needs (both financial and non-financial) and agree on deliverables annually.
  • Guide the setting and translation of performance targets to business units and products.
  • Monitor return delivery and provide insights to optimise portfolio and pricing outcomes.
  • Support robust governance across financial resource decisions, pricing practices, and performance monitoring.
  • Ensure consistent application of frameworks that support disciplined financial management.
  • Provide thought leadership through financial insight and external benchmarking.
  • Partner with senior stakeholders across business, finance, risk and treasury to embed FRM principles into core decision-making.

Strategic Analytics and Resource Optimisation
People Management

  • Develop internal capability by recruiting and developing a capable team to ensure the necessary resources are in place to achieve business strategy and objectives.
  • Implement the people management strategy for the area, in collaboration with the HRBP for the business unit, focusing on talent management, development, resourcing, and retention.
  • Embed formal Performance Development and informal coaching within the team.
  • Motivate the team and implement measures to recognize and reward direct reports.
  • Inspire team members through coaching and mentoring, helping them to perform optimally in alignment with the vision and values, and create a sense of urgency and excitement around the business.

Education And Experience Required

  • Minimum B-degree (NQF level no.7) Desired Post Graduate Degree (NQF level no.8+), CA (SA) or CIMA or MBA or Actuarial Science or Engineering
  • 5+ years professional financial management experience
  • 5+ years Banking Experience at a management level
  • Preferred team lead in Finance Function teams or in professional environments
  • Experience in business transformation contexts related to exponential business growth
  • Experience in commercial innovation environments
  • Broad Finance including strategic, commercial, legal, risk and operational aspects
  • Ability to build, develop & lead professional level teams
  • Understanding of the financial services sector within a professional business environment
  • Knowledge of people change management

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Power BI, or Python)
  • Banking regulation (Expert)
  • Writing & reporting (Advanced)
  • Presentation skills (Advanced)
  • Understanding of systems used (Advanced)
  • Understanding of relevant legislation (Advanced)
  • Understanding of corporate controls and checks (Advanced)
  • Knowledge of business continuity and contingency (Advanced)
  • Computer literacy (Advanced)
  • Excellent organisational skills (Advanced)
  • Excellent communication skills (Advanced)
  • Relationship management and networking (Advanced)
  • Strong performance management and coaching skills (Advanced)
  • Ability to think creatively (Advanced)
  • Ability to react positively under pressure (Advanced)
  • Good understanding of the policies and strategies (Advanced)
  • Understanding of Banking operating structures (Advanced)
  • Change management (Advanced)

Competencies:

  • Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking
  • Deciding and initiating action
  • Adapting and responding to change Planning
  • Learning and researching
  • Analysing
  • Planning and organising
  • Relating and networking, Leading and supervising

Education
Postgraduate Degrees and Professional Qualifications: Financial Sciences (Required)

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.
Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised

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Operations Manager – Investment Management

Ballito, KwaZulu Natal North Coast Labour Consultants CC

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Our client, a diversified property development and investment company, is seeking a strategic and experienced operations leader to join its Ballito-based executive team. This role will oversee complex operations across their expansive portfolio in Durban, Umhlanga, Ballito, and Mauritius, supporting long-term growth, financial performance, and cross-functional leadership. Based in Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal (on-site)

Key Responsibilities
  • Overseeing day-to-day business operations and cross-regional project implementation
  • Leading business strategy execution and policy development
  • Managing budgets and driving financial performance through effective controls
  • Working with internal teams to improve operational systems and efficiency
  • Supporting legal and compliance frameworks related to business operations
  • Building and maintaining key relationships with external stakeholders
  • Leading, evaluating, and developing operational department heads and teams
  • Reporting directly to the executive committee and contributing to strategic decision-making
Experience and Qualifications
  • 10+ years’ experience in a senior operations or executive leadership role
  • MBA or relevant Master’s degree preferred
  • Experience in property development, diversified investments, or related sectors
  • Strong understanding of financial planning, business law, and operational governance
Educational and Other Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field
  • Master’s degree or MBA preferred
  • Demonstrated experience in operational leadership within high-pressure or complex business environments
  • Proven knowledge of budgeting, reporting, and business analysis
  • Ability to manage across departments and lead large teams with strong interpersonal skills
  • Must be based in, or able to reliably commute to, Ballito
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